COUNTRY : DAYS OUT
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Canoe Wild , Fordwich & Grove Ferry An amazing watersports adventure , learn to canoe indoors or enjoy a canoe party ; or venture outdoors on leisurely group trips down the River Stour , inspired guided tours across the Stodmarsh Nature Reserve , or venture out to sea on a seal safari ! www . canoewild . co . uk
Bewl Water , Lamberhurst The largest stretch of open water in the South East and 800 acres of outstanding beauty . Open all year for cycling , fishing and boating , not to mention the conference centre and restaurant and amazing aqua park . www . bewlwater . co . uk
Go Ape at Leeds Castle , Maidstone An adventure seeker ’ s paradise featuring high wires , bridges and zip lines . Take in the view as you leap , zip and scramble your way across this tree-top adventure . www . goape . co . uk / days-out / south-east / leeds-castle
Pashley Manor Gardens , Wadhurst There is something for everyone amongst the 11 acres of stunning gardens . A grade I listed house , café , art exhibitions and seasonal garden events are on offer at one of the finest gardens in England . www . pashleymanorgardens . com
London Golf Club , Ash European Tour destination offering two sensational championship courses , providing challenging , enjoyable and memorable golf , all in an idyllic setting . www . londongolf . co . uk
North Downs Way , nr Dover Discover a walker ’ s paradise route on this national walk . The 153-mile-long stretch from Farnham in Surrey to Dover in Kent opened in 1978 and features a host of historical and cultural points of interest . www . nationaltrail . co . uk / north-downs-way
Blean Woods Nature Reserve , Rough Common A wonderful place for a peaceful walk taking in the ancient woodlands . With five main trails to follow , the longest around eight-miles long , so you ’ re sure to see a woodpecker or two in this RSBP reserve . www . rspb . org . uk / reserves-and-events / reservesa-z / blean-woods
Leybourne Lakes , nr Snodland Stunning country park near Larkfield and Snodland consisting of ponds and lakes , perfect for a picnic , pond dipping or trying a huge selection of outdoor watersports including windsurfing , paddle boarding , canoeing , scuba diving and open water swimming www . tmbc . gov . uk / services / leisure-and-culture
Haysden Country Park , nr Tonbridge A 64-hectare country park and nature reserve offering a great family day out with water activities , walks as well as refreshments and picnic areas . www . tmbc . gov . uk / services / leisure-and-culture
UNIQUE DAYS OUT
Champneys at Eastwell Manor , nr Ashford The ultimate destination for relaxation and spa treatments in the heart of the Kent countryside . Enjoy signature Champneys treatments , marble finished swimming pool , hydrotherapy pool , sauna and steam room and restaurant . www . eastwellmanor . co . uk / health-spa
Broadditch Farm , Southfleet Welcoming and friendly family-run 500 acre farm , home to a thriving farm shop that has been selling a fine range of homegrown and local fresh produce for a quarter of a century . Broadditch hosts group trips and regular seasonal events including the legendary Broadwitch Hauntfest . www . broadditch . co . uk
Brands Hatch , Longfield Iconic motorsport venue famed for hosting some of the most prestigious events on two and four wheels . Watch a huge range of events from the world ’ s fastest touring cars to the Blancpain GT series . Or hit the road for a track day on one of Britain ’ s favourite circuits . www . brandshatch . co . uk
Reynolds Retreat , Borough Green Beautiful spa and leisure club set against the rolling backdrop of 17 acres of park and woodlands . Swim below crystal chandeliers , refresh in the wood-clad sauna or relax with a pampering treatment . www . reynoldsgroup . co . uk / retreat
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